The 17 Best Maternity Swimsuits for Summer

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If there's ever a time to relax waterside, it's during pregnancy. The best maternity swimsuits are an essential for unwinding on your babymoon and all summer long.

"When a pregnant woman can put on a swimsuit and feel confident, comfortable, and beautiful—whether she's walking on the beach, sitting by the pool, or actively swimming—then she's wearing a great maternity swimsuit," says the CEO of HATCH Collective, Ariane Goldman. "For us, that starts with stretch material like recycled nylon. It will expand with her as she grows but won't get that overly stretched-out feel over time. It retains shape and structure beautifully."

Just as with other staples like the best everyday jeans and maternity workout clothes, the right fit sets the best maternity swimsuits apart. "As the proportion and form of the body change with the belly, clean, easy, and uncomplicated lines make for a flattering, chic silhouette overall," Goldman explains. She says a high-waisted two-piece creates a bikini vibe some women want without putting it all out there. "Though these days, more is more when it comes to flaunting the belly—we love to see it," she notes.

Pregnancy excitement may make you giddy to start shopping for a maternity swimsuit the moment your good news is confirmed. However, Goldman says it's best to wait until your bump makes its debut. "I definitely wouldn't jump the gun in the first trimester," she warns. "Once a woman pops, that's a nice time to shop around, play with trends, and see what her maternity style is evolving into. Only when she has a bump can she start to get a sense of how she wants to dress and look as she grows." And while you may feel hesitant to overbuy, many maternity swimsuits function beautifully into the postpartum stage when your body is recovering.

Scroll to shop the 17 best maternity swimsuits from HATCH, A Pea In The Pod, and more.

The Antigua Maillot

This gathered maternity one-piece is crafted from a recycled nylon blend, featuring a playful ruffled scoop neckline and adjustable, convertible straps that can crisscross or tie as a halter. When you're not floating in the water, Goldman suggests styling a one-piece or a bikini top with a high-waisted beach pant or classic caftan for elevated resortwear style. "For Saturday pool parties or just running errands around town, a romper that you can throw on over your suit is always a cute look," she adds. "I also love an oversized linen button down with nothing but a swimsuit and sunhat."

Sizes: XS–XL

What reviewers are saying: "I've purchased an unreasonable number of swimsuits during pregnancy. This one is far and away the best. Soft material yet very well constructed to feel supported. It's very flattering and feels flirty yet mama appropriate while chasing a toddler. Only regret is not finding it sooner!!"

MAMA Padded-Cup Swimsuit

Padded cups and a stretchy ribbed fabric make this one-piece the low-key star of the summer. Style it with a long white maxi skirt when you're stepping away from the beach.

Sizes: S–XL

Color: Lavender

What reviewers are saying: "Great quality maternity swimsuit! Felt really comfortable as soon as I put it on over my bump. Love the padded cups and support around the bra area. Will have room to grow in it and use throughout the entire summer as I'm currently 5.5 months pregnant."

Nursing & Maternity One Piece Tie Swimsuit

The painterly floral print is just the first of this swimsuit's many shop-worthy qualities. Beneath that belt detail, there's a secret panel that lifts and allows postpartum parents to breastfeed. For expecting moms, ruching along the sides will help it stretch and move with a growing bump.

Sizes: S–XXL

Colors: Blue poppy

What reviewers are saying: "This swimsuit is darling in person! The amazing quality of the fabric and the fit are perfect. I decided to purchase this swimsuit for postpartum. I’m currently in my 3rd trimester, and it still fits my baby bump. I’m normally in between small and medium, and I’m glad I sized up. The medium was perfect and fit in all the right places. So flattering. Love it!"

Maldives High Neck Tankini

Pregnancy is most certainly a time when a tankini is life—think more coverage without the struggle of getting in and out of a one-piece. This isn't explicitly a maternity style, but reviewers say it's a must for new and expecting moms nonetheless. Thank the wide range of sizes and adjustable, supportive straps.

Sizes: 32B–40DD

Colors: Sky blue, navy, pink, black

What reviewers are saying: "Very happy with this fit and underwire gives the correct support. I'm excited to look good this summer as a new mom. I ordered a 40DD."

The Maternity Ribbed Cinched Current | $95

Square Neck Classic Maternity Swimsuit

Go the classic square-neck route in this so-sleek silhouette from A Pea In The Pod. The clean lines ensure a modern look with subtle side ruching for a supportive and comfortable fit.

Sizes: XS–L

Colors: Pink, mango print, olive, black

Jojo Breastfeeding Bikini Top

Confidently bare your bump in this wrap top (paired with these bottoms), then breastfeed with ease during the fourth trimester. The design features hidden nursing panels to make breastfeeding by the pool or beach a breeze and includes full-sized cups, wider straps, and a crossback option for extra support.

Sizes: XS–XL

Colors: Black, brown, pink, purple, and more

What reviewers are saying: "Such smart design. What I like most is that it doesn't look like a nursing top—it's well-designed, and I plan to wear it beyond my breastfeeding journey. Discreet and easy access means no need to untie my swimsuit or take off a strap like with regular ones. PS- I own more than one color, so hope that is proof enough that I love it!"

Bayside Swimsuit

Cache Coeur's elegant collection of maternity swimwear is specially designed for pregnancy. The wide range of prints and colors guarantees a high-fashion swim moment, including this textured black one-piece that beautifully enhances a bump with UPF 50+ protection.

Sizes: S–XXL

Color: Black

What reviewers are saying: "This is the perfect maternity swimsuit! I wanted something super simple without any frills or details—everything else I found has bows or ties of some kind. This looks exactly as pictured and seems to be really great quality!"

The Calypso Twist Bikini

From the delicate flutter sleeves and easy-on, easy-off closure, this stretchy and sweet bikini works for every phase of pregnancy and early motherhood.

Sizes: XS–XL

Colors: Orchid, black

What reviewers are saying: "Bought this postpartum. Is super flattering and love the color!"

The Maternity Cinched High Rise

Summersalt's ribbed swimwear is some of the softest around. For a high-rise, maternity bikini moment, choose these chinch-able bottoms that will grow with you, finishing your look with the matching bikini top.

Sizes: 2–12

Colors: Blue, black

What reviewers are saying: "These are very comfortable and perfect for pregnancy! Provides a great bikini bottom option for a cute bikini set but also is comfortable and doesn't make you feel overly exposed either (less to sunscreen on that belly as well!). So much easier to slide these down for frequent bathroom trips vs. a one-piece too! I'm fully confident these will stretch as far as my pregnancy takes me but also be a cute option I'm excited to wear at all stages, probably even postpartum!"

Nursing & Maternity One Piece Wrap Swimsuit

A wrap silhouette is one of the most flattering maternity one-pieces that transitions well into the postpartum phase. This one features an inner layer that easily crosses over when baby calls. It also comes in busty sizes with wider straps for even more support.

Sizes: S–1X-Busty

Colors: Lavender gingham, green, black, blue gingham

What reviewers are saying: "The material is such high quality, you feel supported but not constricted. I bought this for nursing, but currently wearing it as maternity. It’s perfect for both."

Ana Bandeau Maternity Bikini Top

Since 1929, this Barcelona-based swimwear brand has created chic maternity swimsuits with a retro touch. Each silhouette compliments evolving baby bumps, so you'll stand out in the best way, like this striped bandeau bikini top featuring a square neck, thin straps, and boning at the sides for support. Complete the look with matching bottoms.

Sizes: L, XL

What reviewers are saying: "Love this swim top. Getting it off and on without any ties or adjustments is a breeze and very welcome right now! The fabric has a nice stretch that doesn't dig in."

Maternity Recycled Rib One-Piece Swimsuit

Gap offers a range of tried-and-true basics and on-trend designs for everyone in the family. That, of course, includes mothers-to-be looking for swimsuits, like this pretty-in-pink crinkle one-piece with adjustable tank straps, an open tie-back, and shirred sides, all made with 85 percent recycled nylon.

Sizes: XX–XXL

Colors: Black, pink

What reviewers are saying: "This swimsuit is so comfortable and fun! Fits true to size. I normally wear large swim before pregnancy so large fit great."

Check Nursing Bikini

Black and white gingham is timeless with a playful feel when you want to switch things up from solid black. Not only does this bikini suit during pregnancy, but the straps clip down for easy-access nursing once your precious water baby is in tow.

Sizes: XS–XL

Color: Black/White gingham

What reviewers are saying: "Very comfortable and will grow with my bump! Stylish and good quality!"

Red Floral Maternity Swimsuit

Get your floral fix in this sweet one-piece from the Princess of Wales-approved maternity line Seraphine. Offering coverage and elevated design details at once, it features ruching at the sides for a growing bump with adjustable straps, a knotted bustline, and a cut-out back.

Sizes: XS–XXL

Color: Red floral

Maternity Bikini Set

Scalloped edges lend a sweet touch to this minimalist high-waisted maternity bikini. If sunshine yellow isn't your shade, peruse the ten other colors available.

Sizes: S–XXL

Colors: Yellow, red, mint green, and more

What reviewers are saying: "Being curvy to begin with it's hard to find pregnancy stuff that fits cute, but this does. I think the scalloped edges really help it not cut in."

Dana Maternity Halter One-Piece Swimsuit

Channel retro swim style in this timeless silhouette, featuring a halter strap and sweetheart neckline. Ruching at the sides ensures comfort and support throughout the trimesters.

Sizes: XS–XL

Colors: Blue, black

What reviewers are saying: "Love this suit! I was looking for something with booty coverage and chest support and found it with this suit. I'm 30 weeks pregnant and 142 lbs and the small fit great."

How do I choose a maternity swimsuit?

Hatch's Arianne Goldman recommends looking for swimsuits with ruching. It comfortably expands with a supportive and flattering fit. Plus, it continues to work postpartum.

Adjustable, multi-way straps are equally essential as breast shapes and sizes change while being entirely suitable for the nursing stage. Additionally, superior elastic quality makes all the difference for finishes around the seams of leg openings, bustlines, or straps. You want "to ensure it's strong enough to hold you in but gentle enough not to dig into your body or cause discomfort," Goldman says.

Meet the Expert

• Ariane Goldman is the CEO of Hatch Collective, which includes the maternity brands Hatch, A Pea in the Pod, Motherhood Maternity, and Destination Maternity. Her company is dedicated to designing stylish and comfortable clothing for women at all stages of motherhood.

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